Is Clotrimazole a steroid?

No, Clotrimazole is not a steroid. This drug is an antifungal medication that helps in treating thrush and ringworm. It is advised to follow your medical practitioner’s advice regarding its use.

Is Clotrimazole available over the counter?

Yes, this cream is available over the counter. But, if it is your first time you have had vaginal itching and discomfort, talk with a physician before using Clotrimazole.

Is Clotrimazole better than Miconazole?

Although Clotrimazole and Miconazole are different medicines, they work in similar ways. Both are used for the treatment of fungal infection, primarily yeast.

Is candida infection dangerous?

Candida is a yeast that is a form of fungus that causes infections such as candidiasis or thrush in humans and other animals. These infections are not usually contagious but in some cases, people with weak immune systems can catch the infection.

Is Clotrimazole used for thrush?

Clotrimazole contains antifungal medicine that is used in treating infections with fungi and yeasts.

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Clotrimazole

Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Clotrimazole

Clotrimazole is a popular medication when it comes to the treatment of fungal infections of the skin. Some conditions where the medicine is used include athlete’s foot, ringworm and jock itch. Apart from treating the infection, clotrimazole also reduces the symptoms of such skin infections, such as burning, itching and cracking of the skin.

The anti-fungal medication also helps treat fungal infections in the Mouth and Vagina. The medicine works by disrupting the Cell Membrane formation of the Fungal Infection. This eventually causes the fungus to perish.

The drug may lead to some side effects in people. Side effects include Vaginal Bleeding, Redness of Skin, Nausea, Vomiting, Skin Rashes and Pain in the Abdomen. However, the medicine features on the World Health Organization’s safe and most effective medicine list. This signifies that side effects from the medicine are limited and rare.

The drug exists in both topical and oral forms. Both of these are safe to use for children. However, some unforeseen effects may affect pregnant women using the topical form of medicine, as the cream is absorbed under the skin.

Additional information:

Oral: Do not swallow oral medication whole; allow to dissolve slowly in mouth. You may experience nausea or vomiting (small frequent meals, frequent mouth care, chewing gum, or sucking lozenges may help). Report signs of opportunistic infection (eg, white plaques in mouth, fever, chills, perianal itching or vaginal discharge, fatigue, unhealed wounds or sores).
Topical: Wash hands before applying or wear gloves. Apply thin film of gel, lotion, or solution to affected area. May apply porous dressing. Report persistent burning, swelling, itching, worsening of condition, or lack of response to therapy.
Vaginal: Wash hands before using. Insert full applicator into vagina gently and expel cream, or insert tablet into vagina, at bedtime. Wash applicator with soap and water following use. Remain lying down for 30 minutes following administration. Avoid intercourse during therapy (sexual partner may experience penile burning or itching). Report adverse reactions (eg, vulvar itching, frequent urination), worsening of condition, or lack of response to therapy.